Genesis 25:27

Old Testament Law (Torah) ASV (1901)

And the boys grew. And Esau was a skilful hunter, a man of the field. And Jacob was a quiet man, dwelling in tents.

Genesis 25:27 — American Standard Version

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Context — Genesis 25

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24And when her days to be delivered were fulfilled, behold, there were twins in her womb.

25And the first came forth red, all over like a hairy garment. And they called his name Esau.

26And after that came forth his brother, and his hand had hold on Esau`s heel. And his name was called Jacob. And Isaac was threescore years old when she bare them.

27And the boys grew. And Esau was a skilful hunter, a man of the field. And Jacob was a quiet man, dwelling in tents.

28Now Isaac loved Esau, because he did eat of his venison. And Rebekah loved Jacob.

29And Jacob boiled pottage. And Esau came in from the field, and he was faint.

30And Esau said to Jacob, Feed me, I pray thee, with that same red [pottage]. For I am faint. Therefore was his name called Edom.

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